Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hieroglyphic
Noun
ˌhaɪəroʊˈɡlɪfɪk
Definition
A writing system using symbols or pictures to represent sounds, ideas, or objects, often associated with ancient Egypt.
Examples
- The ancient Egyptians used hieroglyphic writing on their monuments.
- Scholars have spent years decoding hieroglyphic inscriptions.
- The walls of the tomb were adorned with hieroglyphic symbols that told the story of the deceased.
Meaning
Hieroglyphics are characters used in ancient scripts, particularly by the Egyptians, that combine pictorial and phonetic elements.
Synonyms
- Picture writing
- Pictogram
- Symbolic writing
